"Johnny Appleseed" by Mary Haverfield tells the inspiring tale of John Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed. Set in the early 19th century, the story follows his journey across the American frontier as he plants apple trees and spreads his love for nature. Embracing a life of simplicity and kindness, Johnny becomes a beloved figure among pioneers and native tribes alike. Throughout his adventures, he exemplifies the values of generosity, environmental stewardship, and the importance of nurturing the land. His legacy lives on through the many orchards he planted, turning him into a folk hero celebrated in American culture. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book features in the following series: Ready To Read, Ready To Read Level 1 .

This book has been graded for interest at 4-6 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2004 by Turtleback Books .

JANE KURTZ lives in Portland, Oregon. She has written more than thirty fiction and nonfiction books for children, including Lanie and Lanie's Real Adventure from the American Girl Today series, Anna Was Here, and River Friendly, River Wild, a story in verse for which she received a Golden Kite award. Visit her website at www. janekurtz. com. Author and artist MARY HAVERFIELD attended Philadelphia College of Art, the University of Houston and The Art Center in Pasadena California, and her art has appeared in numerous children's books - notably Mocha the Real Doctor [Bright Sky Press] - as well as advertisements, magazines and television programs, including The Barney Show. She lives in Dallas, Texas, with her husband Pat, their son, and a cat named Boomer.